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Flight deals from Helsinki Vantaa to New York

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to New York? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.R 4,259 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May.One-way flight with Norwegian.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 22 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,259, select.
New York.R 4,548 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound indirect flight with airBaltic, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,548, select.
New York.R 5,327 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,327, select.
New York.R 5,352 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Norwegian.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,352, select.
New York.R 6,147 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,147, select.
New York.R 6,298 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,298, select.
New York.R 6,383 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,383, select.
New York.R 6,743 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Stewart International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,743, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to New York flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 6,207
May
from R 4,300
Jun
from R 4,593
Jul
from R 6,927
Aug
from R 5,404
Sep
from R 5,378
Oct
from R 6,812
Nov
from R 6,446
Dec
from R 7,345
Jan
from R 6,808
Feb
from R 7,321
Mar
from R 6,359

Direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa to New York

Alternative Helsinki Vantaa to New York routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Helsinki Vantaa to New York? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Helsinki to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,259
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time9 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week31

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to New York is R 8,623. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to New York.
Finnair, Iberia and American Airlines fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to New York.
As of April 2025, there are 31 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to New York is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport, the cheapest airport near New York is Stewart International – which is 88.3 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from R 8,623.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York on Monday, 15 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 2 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 9°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Norwegian Air Sweden and Finnair offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York.

Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to New York: what you need to know

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 6 hours behind Helsinki.

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route, with 10 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from HEL to JFK is with Finnair at 17:20. Opt for the first departure operated by Finnair at 16:55 if you want to get going early.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from HEL to New York.

  • During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York that lands at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

  • Look out for promotions from Finnair. This carrier has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from HEL to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)

    • Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

  • When travelling to United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you hold a passport from Finland. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York.

  • HEL is around 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 44 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to HEL:

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to New York

  • R 4,300 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,623. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Lock in cheap tickets from HEL to New York by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from HEL to New York couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York takes about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 48 kilometres from central New York. Once you've hopped off your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near JFK. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from HEL to New York at any of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to New York

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York. August is the busiest month to visit New York. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • When booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from HEL to New York around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about New York

  • Once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top sights which should feature on every New York itinerary.

Complete your New York trip with a car rental

  • Pick one of our car rentals in New York and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to New York.

Plan the rest of your trip from Helsinki to New York

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.